Sulphur Gulch

SULPHUR GULCH CREEK BIG WILLOW CREEK· Payette, Idaho· Built 1976· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Sulphur Gulch is classified as low hazard in Idaho. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 37% in ID)
Dam Length350 ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge56 cfs
Year Completed1976 (50 years old)
NID IDID00327

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 11, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDWR

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sulphur Gulch?

Sulphur Gulch is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Sulphur Gulch?

Sulphur Gulch is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Sulphur Gulch built?

Sulphur Gulch was completed in 1976, making it 50 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Sulphur Gulch?

Sulphur Gulch serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Sulphur Gulch?

Sulphur Gulch has a dam height of 23 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Sulphur Gulch last inspected?

Sulphur Gulch was last inspected on June 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.